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Levopraz, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Secondary and off-label uses of Levopraz have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Levopraz depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Levopraz are Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Levopraz side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Levopraz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Levopraz's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Levopraz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Levopraz related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diarrhea (Loose Motions) must refrain from the use of Levopraz since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Levopraz have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Levopraz have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Levopraz is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levopraz is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Levopraz safe for pregnant women?
Levopraz can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Levopraz, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levopraz safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Levopraz. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Levopraz on the Kidneys?
Levopraz has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levopraz on the Liver?
Levopraz may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Levopraz on the Heart?
Levopraz is rarely harmful for the heart.
Levopraz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levopraz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levopraz habit forming or addictive?
Levopraz is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Levopraz can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Levopraz should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Levopraz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Levopraz
You can take Levopraz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levopraz
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Levopraz with alcohol will be.
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1077-1078
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